Chandigarh, January 6, 2025 : The PAN (Permanent Account Number) card is an important identification document issued by the Income Tax Department of India. It is required for opening a bank account, paying taxes, and taking loans. This card is typically issued to adults, but minors (under 18 years of age) can also apply, especially for educational and financial purposes.
The PAN card application for a minor is made by their parents or legal guardian. The process is similar to that for adults, but some additional documents are required.
Online Application Process
If you chose to submit physical documents, send them to the Income Tax PAN Services Unit in Pune.
Visit the NSDL website: NSDL PAN Services.
Select “New PAN – Indian Citizen (Form 49A)” and choose “Individual.”
Fill in the minor’s name and parents’ contact details, then click “Submit.”
Choose the option to upload the required documents and, if needed, select a physical PAN card.
Fill in the minor’s and parents’ information, then upload the documents.
Pay the application fee via debit card, credit card, or net banking.
After payment, you will receive an acknowledgment number.
Documents Required for Minor’s PAN Card
- Proof of Age: Aadhaar card, birth certificate, passport, or school mark sheet.
- Proof of Address: Passport, voter ID, Aadhaar card, or a utility bill (less than 3 months old).
Offline Application Process
- Download Form 49A from the NSDL website.
- Fill in all the required details correctly.
- Attach documents like identity proof, address proof, age proof, and two passport-sized photographs.
- Submit the form at the nearest PAN center (TIN Facilitation Center) and pay the application fee.
A PAN card for a minor is an important financial tool that helps parents manage their child’s financial matters effectively. Once the child turns an adult, the PAN card remains valid for all future financial activities.
Summary: To apply for a minor’s PAN card, parents must submit required documents online or offline. It helps manage financial matters and remains valid when the child turns adult.